plate no. 9021
Untitled
experienced study
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering complex fabrics and textures, as well as understanding atmospheric perspective and color harmony in a dimly lit interior.
technical profile
palette complexity
4
brushwork visibility
3
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
2
study guide
est. 25 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Begin with a light sketch to establish the composition and placement of figures and furniture.
- step 02
Block in the main color areas for the background, carpet, and figures' clothing using thin washes.
- step 03
Develop the values and forms of the figures, paying attention to the light and shadow on their clothing.
- step 04
Add details to the furniture and architectural elements, using smaller brushes.
- step 05
Refine the textures of the fabrics and carpet with dry brush techniques.
- step 06
Glaze over areas to unify the colors and create depth.
- step 07
Add final highlights and details to the figures' faces and clothing.
- step 08
Varnish the painting to protect it and enhance the colors.
color palette
primary · burnt umber · yellow ochre · crimson · ivory black
secondary · ultramarine blue · viridian green · cadmium yellow light
Achieve the fabric colors by mixing yellow ochre and crimson with varying amounts of white. Use burnt umber and ivory black for shadows and details.
techniques
- ·glazing
- ·dry brushing
- ·scumbling
- ·chiaroscuro
- ·atmospheric perspective
common pitfalls
- →Overworking the details too early
- →Failing to establish a strong value structure
- →Using colors that are too saturated
- →Ignoring the subtle color variations in the shadows
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·oil paints
- ·linseed oil
- ·turpentine
- ·assorted brushes (round and flat)
- ·palette
- ·palette knife
optional
- ·medium gloss
- ·retouch varnish
- ·easel
- ·mahl stick
Use a medium-tooth canvas for best results. Allow each layer of paint to dry before applying the next.
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